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Othello: Iago's Large Appetite For Revenge
Iago has a large appetite for revenge. In his perspective, he believes
that it is he who should be in charge, not Othello the moor. This creates an
anger in Iago, who entraps Othello in a web of deceit. He does this through a
series of suggestions and hesitations that entice and implant images in
Othello's head that lead to his demise. But what is more important is that he
gives Othello the motive to murder innocent Desdemona. Iago is constantly like
a puppet master, pulling the strings of the people around him.
There are many instances in the play where ....
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